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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Norah do to calm herself in the afternoon after Paul starts school?

2. Who babysits for Norah on the night of her anniversary?

3. Where does Norah frequently visit after the memorial service?

4. Why does Caroline NOT send a letter about Phoebe's lack of heart problems?

5. What did David used to catch as a child?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did David choose his profession?

2. Why doesn't David like Mark?

3. What does Phoebe do when she sees Al has come to visit Caroline?

4. What happens unexpectedly when Norah gives birth?

5. What does Norah do while visiting her old house?

6. What did David promise Norah when he saw the gift she got for him for their anniversary?

7. What happens while Norah is driving home on the night of her anniversary?

8. What is so surprising about Al finding Caroline?

9. What does David do after Norah gives birth, and why?

10. What does Paul want to do with his future?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

David's past largely affected the course of David's life. What experiences from his past had this influence, and how did these influences change his relationships with others?

Essay Topic 2

Music was something that was incredibly important to Paul. Why was this so important to him, and how did this shape his character and guide his actions in the book?

Essay Topic 3

Irony was a strong theme in this book. What are some of the instances where irony was present, and how did these ironic events affect the characters involved in those scenes?

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